Recalls for your 2006 Gmc T-series

Recalls for 2006 Gmc T-series

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DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR


Posted on: 2006-08-16
Description
Certain trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  121, air brake systems.  An internal control and check valve within the air brake application valve assembly was configured improperly, preventing air from flowing through the brake system as designed.  In the event of an emergency stop, the vehicle's stopping distance would be increased.

Consequence
If stopping distance was limited, a vehicle crash could result.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the air brake application valve assembly on c-series or reroute the air brake lines on t-series free of charge.  The recall began on september 20, 2006.  Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463 and isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.

Notes
Gm recall no.  06077.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #2 - PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:AIR


Posted on: 2006-07-13
Description
Certain medium duty trucks equipped sr-7 bendix brake valves, the check valve inside the valve cavity may not properly set, causing internal air leakage.  If the check valve does not properly seat, the resulting leakage can cause a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after operator pulls the dash valve button.

Consequence
The delayed parking brake application can occur without warning, leading to unintended vehicle rollaway increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the valves and replace it free of charge.  The recall began on july 31, 2006.  Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, or isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.

Notes
Gm recall no.  06054.  Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.